The Empowered Grief Journey

Teresa Syms: Finding Strength After Trauma and Living with Purpose

In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone speaks with Teresa Sims—founder of AscendU Coaching, award-winning author of A Century of Secrets, and host of the Powering Through Life podcast.
Teresa shares her incredible story of survival—from childhood abuse and neglect to spousal abuse and two near-death experiences. Through it all, she discovered how to break free from limiting beliefs, release emotional blocks, and live with purpose and healing.
Together, they explore how to transform trauma into strength, break unconscious patterns, and embrace courage as a cornerstone of healing.

The Alchemy of Grief and Healing with Caroline Rena

In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone welcomes Caroline Rena—grief alchemist, spiritual guide, and host of the Awakening Soul Divinity Podcast. Caroline shares her powerful story of transmuting trauma, navigating grief, and rediscovering the truth of who she is.
A veteran, empath, and healer, she now helps others release inherited patterns, raise their frequency, and embody their divine purpose. Together, they explore the ocean-like nature of grief, the courage it takes to face loss, and how grief can become a catalyst for awakening.
A heartfelt, hope-filled conversation reminding us that even in the depths of loss, we are never truly alone.

Finding Strength Through Loss: Fran Strickland’s Journey of Grief and Growth

In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Fran Strickland—an HR leader and expat living in Switzerland—whose story of losing her mother reveals the power of resilience, faith, and self-reinvention.
Fran shares how her upbringing, global perspective, and professional path shaped her understanding of grief—and how the lessons from her loss continue to guide her life and leadership today. Together, they explore what it means to grieve across cultures, embrace healing as a lifelong process, and find strength in vulnerability.
A moving conversation reminding us that healing isn’t about moving on—it’s about moving forward with grace and courage.

Connecting with Spirit: Daniel Jackson on Grief, Angels & Healing

In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Daniel Jackson—a gifted spiritual medium who channels archangels and spirit guides to bring healing, clarity, and comfort. Daniel shares how communicating with the other side has transformed his own grief and helped countless others find strength and purpose after loss.
Together, they explore grief as a spiritual awakening, the guidance of spirit allies, and the power of love and acceptance in healing. Whether you’re seeking meaning, comfort, or connection, this conversation is a reminder that we are never truly alone.

From Survival to Self-Worth: Brooke Bownes on Overcoming Trauma and Reclaiming Power

In this powerful episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Brooke Bownes—accredited trauma coach, therapist, and #1 best-selling author—to explore her extraordinary story of resilience and transformation.
From a traumatic birth and childhood abuse to homelessness and single motherhood, Brooke’s path is a testament to defying the odds. She shares how she turned pain into purpose, rewrote the narrative of limitation, and learned to stand fully in her worth.
Today, Brooke empowers women worldwide to overcome self-doubt, heal from trauma, and reclaim their confidence. A moving conversation about courage, healing, and the power of self-belief.

Holding Space for Grief: Finding Healing Through Loss with Lori Sase

In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Lori Sase—life coach, grief tender, and host of The Imaginal Podcast. Drawing from the loss of both parents within months and the death of a beloved student, Lori shares her journey of grieving in a world that rarely makes space for it.
Together, Chris and Lori explore the importance of slowing down, creating space for mourning, and discovering the quiet wisdom that can emerge from life’s most painful transitions. This gentle conversation is a reminder that even in the heaviest moments, healing is possible.

Childless Not by Choice: Redefining Life and Grief with Carrie Brauninger

In this eye-opening episode of The Empowered Grief Journey Podcast, host Chris Mamone welcomes Carrie Brauninger—licensed clinical social worker, co-founder of the Saunders Sisterhood, and proud Great Dane mom—for a deeply personal conversation about the unspoken grief of being childless not by choice.
Carrie opens up about navigating invisible loss, societal expectations, and the quiet ache that often goes unseen. Together, they explore breaking free from the “life script” and creating new visions of purpose, connection, and fulfillment beyond parenthood.

From Unseen Struggles to Open Conversations: A Mother’s Mission After Suicide Loss

In this deeply moving episode of The Empowered Grief Journey Podcast, host Chris Mamone sits down with Jane Johnson, founder of Bright Futures Coaching. After the sudden and devastating loss of her teenage son, Leo, to suicide in 2023, Jane has dedicated her life to helping parents and teens foster open, authentic emotional connection.
Jane shares her powerful story—from the shock of losing a child who showed no visible warning signs, to navigating the depths of grief, and finding purpose in turning pain into prevention. Together, Chris and Jane explore the hidden realities of mental health struggles, the importance of daily emotional check-ins, and the hope that can emerge even in life’s darkest moments.